4th of july

It's bragging time for the local parade in your "hood".  Who's got the best one?  Some of the smallest towns have the best of everything.  We know that from our Small Town Tour. So go ahead -  tout your parade in the comment section at the end of this article it's a free ad.

Today we had a little bit of fun with Erik Budraky from gotbeer.com. Erik is the new beer expert for the "Sean and Richie Show" and we will be having him in to talk to us every few weeks or so about the intricacies of beer and the great stories behind the men who brew them.

With the Fourth of July fast approaching, there are a ton of fireworks shows to choose from in the Albany area. Never fear, however, because we're here to put together a list of the very best ones so that you can get ready for the one closest to you, or start a new tradition and head to another show in the area.

Today is the 4th of July and the birthday of the greatest nation in the world. The United States Of America is free and proud due to the sacrifices of our armed services who keep us that way every day.

July 4th weekend is never complete around these parts without a barbeque grill, great friends, sunblock #30, and boating.  We are blessed to have all of the aforementioned  except the boat!  But we do have a couple of really generous friends who come to the rescue each year!

This could only come from the mind of a teenager.  An adult would be too worried that their prized camera would get damaged, or that fireworks would hit someone's house and inspire a lawsuit.  But teenagers are "free thinkers", shall we say.   Here's an example:

Countryfest 2011 is this Saturday. We’re all celebrating the 4th of July with cookouts, fireworks or maybe some of the other activities from one of my blogs.

I am a hardcore country music fan, and a hardcore American. I am sure you will know some of the songs on my list. You may not know some as well, but after you listen they will be favorites of yours for sure as we prepare to celebrate our nation's independence.